Shimano Butterfly Flat-Fall Jigs Size 160g

The Shimano Butterfly Flat-Fall Jig 160g is the heavy-duty nearshore and light offshore weight in the Flat-Fall lineup — built for anglers who need to reach fish holding deeper or in stronger current without stepping all the way up to the 200g. At 5.64 oz, it falls with the same center-balanced, horizontal wobble that defines the Flat-Fall series, and comes fully rigged with two Owner dancing stinger hooks on a PowerPro 250 lb assist cord.

The Flat-Fall Advantage

Most jigs fall nose-down and blow through the strike zone in seconds. The Butterfly Flat-Fall is center-balanced, so it falls horizontally in a wide, erratic wobble that mimics a dying baitfish. That horizontal fall keeps the jig in front of fish longer on every drop — and that extra hang time is often the difference between a bite and a miss on fish that won't commit to a faster presentation.

When Lighter Jigs Can't Reach the Zone

In deeper nearshore water or when current picks up, the 80g and 100g drift too far off vertical and lose their horizontal fall action before reaching the fish. The 160g cuts through the current more efficiently, reaches the zone faster, and still falls slowly enough to trigger strikes from suspended fish. It's the right call when you're fishing 150–300 ft or dealing with current that's pushing lighter jigs off course.

Rigged and Ready

The 160g Butterfly Flat-Fall comes fully rigged with two Owner dancing stinger hooks on a PowerPro 250 lb assist cord — open the package and start fishing. The stinger setup maximizes hook-up rates on fish that strike short or swipe at the jig without fully committing.

The Right Pick If...

• You're fishing 150–300 ft of water where lighter jigs drift off course
• Current is strong enough to push 80–100g jigs off vertical
• You're targeting yellowtail, tuna, or large rockfish in deeper nearshore structure
• You want a rigged, ready-to-fish jig with proven Owner hooks
• You need more weight than the 100g but don't want to go full offshore with the 200g

Best Fishing Techniques

• Free-spool drop — drop to the bottom, crank up 30 feet, then free-spool and let the jig fall on a slack line; the horizontal wobble does the work
• Cast and fall — cast the jig, free-spool as it sinks, wait for the bite, then jerk and repeat; effective on yellowtail and bonito near the surface
• Deep structure jigging — work the jig along the bottom for lingcod and large rockfish on rocky structure
• Slow pitch jigging — rhythmic lifts and drops in deeper water to keep the jig in the zone and trigger strikes from suspended fish

Best Conditions

• Deeper nearshore and light offshore water — 150–300 ft over reefs, ledges, and structure
• Moderate to strong current where lighter jigs lose their vertical presentation
• When fish are holding deeper and lighter weights can't reach the zone efficiently
• Mixed-species situations where yellowtail, tuna, and large rockfish are all in the spread

Best For

• Species: Yellowtail, Bluefin Tuna, Lingcod, Large Rockfish, Bonito, Mixed Pelagics
• Techniques: Free-spool drop, cast and fall, deep structure jigging, slow pitch
• Rigging: Comes rigged with two Owner dancing stinger hooks on PowerPro 250 lb assist

Key Features

• Center-balanced design — falls horizontally with a wide, erratic wobble
• Hydrodynamic flat keel — stabilizes the jig and maximizes fall action
• Longer strike zone — stays in front of fish longer than nose-down jigs
• Rigged with two Owner dancing stinger hooks on PowerPro 250 lb assist
• 160g (5.64 oz) — ideal for deeper nearshore and light offshore applications
• 8 colors available to match local baitfish and conditions

Models & Specs

Tackle Express Tips

• Match color to depth and conditions: Blue Sardine and Black Anchovy are natural matches for the sardine and anchovy forage common in Southern California. Chartreuse White and Green Silver shine in clear water. Super Glow and Zebra Glow are go-to choices at depth or in low-light — at 160g you're often fishing deep enough that glow colors make a real difference.
• Let the fall do the work: The Flat-Fall's action is in the drop — free-spool on a slack line and let the horizontal wobble trigger the bite. Most strikes happen on the fall, not the retrieve. At 160g, the jig has enough weight to maintain its horizontal orientation even in moderate current.
• Use the 160g as your current gauge: If your 100g is drifting too far off vertical, the 160g is usually the right step up. If the 160g is still drifting, move to the 200g. Matching jig weight to current speed is the single biggest factor in getting the right fall action at depth.

FAQ

Does the 160g Butterfly Flat-Fall come with hooks?
Yes — the 160g comes fully rigged with two Owner dancing stinger hooks on a PowerPro 250 lb assist cord. It's ready to fish straight out of the package with no additional rigging required.

What depth range is the 160g best suited for?
The 160g is most effective in 150–300 ft of water in moderate to strong current. It's the right choice when lighter weights (80–100g) are drifting too far off vertical and you need more weight to reach the zone and maintain the horizontal fall action.

How does the 160g fit into the Flat-Fall lineup?
The 160g bridges the gap between the lighter inshore weights (80g, 100g) and the heavier offshore weights (200g, 250g). It's ideal for deeper nearshore structure and situations where current is too strong for lighter jigs but you don't need the full weight of the 200g. The 350g is the heaviest in the lineup, targets big bluefin and ling cod in deep water, and ships unrigged; all other weights come rigged.